"Research Assistant / Lab Manager"

Job Description

Research Assistant / Lab Manager

Lincoln Memorial University – DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (DCOM)
Location: Harrogate, Tennessee
Position Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Position Summary

Lincoln Memorial University’s DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (DCOM) in Harrogate, TN invites applications for a full-time Research Assistant/Lab Manager. This role provides essential support for DCOM’s research laboratories, including day-to-day operations, technical assistance, safety and compliance oversight, and hands-on support for faculty and student research projects.

The successful candidate will contribute to an academic environment committed to discovery, innovation, and mission-driven medical education.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of DCOM research laboratories
• Maintain and monitor laboratory equipment, supply inventory, and ordering
• Ensure safety compliance, maintain SOPs, and coordinate with campus safety
• Support faculty and students in conducting experiments and using research equipment
• Assist with laboratory procedures including PCR, ELISA, microscopy, bacterial/cell culture, media preparation, and autoclaving
• Maintain research documentation, QC logs, and laboratory records
• Support coordination of clinical research activities and data collection
• Help train students and new users on laboratory procedures and safety
• Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, protocols, and grant-related tasks as needed

Work Environment

• On-site at LMU-DCOM Harrogate
• Collaborative academic medical school environment
• Opportunities to build broad laboratory skills and support multiple research disciplines

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a closely related scientific field
• Prior experience in a research laboratory setting (academic, industry, or clinical)
• Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in biomedical or clinical research
• Familiarity with laboratory safety regulations and compliance standards
• Experience assisting or mentoring students in a lab environment

Application Details

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, candidates must apply through the LMU Careers Portal:
https://careers.lmunet.edu/postings/41466

Only submissions through the official university application portal can be reviewed.
Application Deadline: December 16, 2025.

About Lincoln Memorial University – DCOM

The DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine is dedicated to excellence in medical education, innovative research, and service to rural and underserved communities. LMU is a values-based institution committed to academic quality, student success, and community impact.